[Asis-l] University of South Florida, School of Information - Associate Professor

[JungWon Yoon]

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University of South Florida
School of Information
Associate Professor
Closing date: Open until filled

The University of South Florida (USF) School of Information seeks
exceptional candidates for a faculty position at the associate
professor rank. We are seeking candidates with expertise in one or
more of the following areas: information literacy, children’s and
youth services, academic/public/special libraries, school media
libraries, and/or information services. Candidates are expected to
demonstrate enthusiasm and excellence in teaching, and have an
outstanding record of scholarly productivity with exceptional promise
for securing external funding. Responsibilities will also include
student advising and mentoring, committee service at department,
college, and university levels, as well as active involvement in
professional organizations. Candidates must have the ability to
develop, teach, and integrate emerging distance learning technologies
for online teaching. Salary is nationally competitive and commensurate
with rank of associate professor. This is a nine-month position, with
the possibility of research and teaching opportunities in the summer
months. Tenure as a condition of employment is possible for
outstanding candidates.

The University of South Florida (http://www.usf.edu) is a high-impact,
global research university located in beautiful Tampa Bay on Florida's
spectacular west coast. It is one of the largest public universities
in the nation, and among the top 50 universities, public or private,
for federal research expenditures. The university is one of only four
Florida public universities classified by the Carnegie Foundation for
the Advancement of Teaching in the top tier of research universities,
a distinction attained by only 2.3 percent of all universities.  At
the heart of USF is a vibrant, diverse and engaged student body.
Serving nearly 48,000 students, the USF System has an annual budget of
$1.5 billion and an annual economic impact of $4.4 billion.

With over 240 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate,
specialty and doctoral levels, the university offers a dynamic
learning environment that inspires innovation, creativity and
collaboration and is focused on student success. More than 2,000
distinguished scholars, researchers and expert teachers, nearly all
holding PhDs or the highest degrees in their fields, make up the USF
faculty – including the 2012 U.S. Professor of the Year.

The USF School of Information (SI) (http://si.usf.edu) is housed in
the College of Arts and Sciences (http://cas.usf.edu), which consists
of 23 academic departments and a number of centers and institutes that
are highly collaborative and interdisciplinary in nature.  SI has
enjoyed a strong tradition that has focused on the education of
information professionals in a variety of settings for several
decades. Three degree programs are currently offered in the School: a
M.A. in Library and Information Science, which has been continually
accredited by the American Library Association since 1974; a new
STEM-based MS in Strategy and Information Analytics, which offers
concentrations in Cyber Intelligence and Strategic Intelligence; and a
B.S. in Information Studies that integrates a strong foundation in
information science with information technology to emphasize how
people interact with information and technology.

The following are the required and preferred qualifications of
potential candidates:

Required:

- PhD in Library and Information Science, Information Science/
Studies, or a closely-related discipline from an accredited
institution.
- MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution or an internationally
equivalent institution.
- Demonstrated record of achievement in teaching, academic research,
and service in the LIS areas.
- Evidence of national reputation as a productive scholar in LIS field.
- Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of
Associate Professor.

Preferred:

- Proven visibility and leadership in professional organizations and
community engagement.
- Demonstrated potential for research funding.
- Evidence of having developed, taught, and/or integrated emerging
distance learning technologies into online courses.

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, and we will begin active
review on November 15, 2014. The review process will continue until
the position is filled. Appointment is expected for August 2015 (fall
2015 semester).

Application Process

Applicants who wish to apply for this position should go to:
http://www.usf.edu/Employment/ and follow the links and instructions
for applying for the faculty line. When applying, required fields
include a cover letter, CV, and a list of the names and contact
information for three references. Optional material may be included
through an address for online portfolio materials. For any further
questions about this position please contact the search committee
chair Dr. JungWon Yoon at jyoon at usf.edu.


Equal Opportunity Statement

USF is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer, and is
committed to diversity in hiring, complies with the Americans with
Disabilities Act, and is a Public Records Agency.
According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are
open to the public.  For ADA accommodations, please contact Dr.
JungWon Yoon at 813-974-3520 or jyoon at usf.edu at least five working
days prior to need.


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JungWon Yoon, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
University of South Florida
School of Information
4202 E. Fowler Ave, CIS 1040
Tampa, FL 33620